Andrés Andrade

Key defender for Panama

Andrade has been named in Panama's World Cup squad and is expected to start at center-back under coach Thomas Christiansen, arriving at the tournament after a solid campaign with LASK in the Austrian championship.

Analysis: Andrade contributed one goal and two assists across 30 appearances this season, delivering a consistent and well-rounded performance level that goes beyond his defensive contributions to include a threat from set pieces at the attacking end. His combination of defensive solidity, aerial presence and ability to read dangerous situations makes him one of the more reliable center-back options in the Panamanian squad, and his Austrian league experience gives him the physical and tactical preparation needed to handle the demands of a World Cup group stage. For Panama, Andrade provides the defensive backbone and organizational authority needed to keep clean sheets against some of the more dangerous attacking units they will face in the competition this summer.